Caterlink - Chef Manager

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Chef Manager to lead the provision of delicious and nutritious meals in schools and colleges. This hands-on role requires a passion for food and service, excellent communication, and organizational skills. You will work closely with your team to uphold high standards while ensuring health and safety compliance. Enjoy a balanced work/life schedule with term-time only work and no weekends, along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Join us in making a difference for future generations.

Benefits

Blended Learning Program

Term-time Only Work

Employee Discount Platform

Free Employee Assistance Program

Virtual GP Services

Pension Scheme Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment at a comparable level is essential.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the provision of nutritionally balanced and tasty food.
• Work hands-on with the team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Food Safety Knowledge

Cooking Ability

IT Literacy

Education

Culinary Qualification

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to ensure the provision of nutritionally balanced and tasty food for future generations. We serve thousands of meals daily across the UK, and we aim to maintain our high standards of service to schools and colleges.

The ideal candidate will be well-presented, organized, and possess excellent communication skills, with a genuine passion for food and service. Experience in a similar environment at a comparable level is essential. The role is hands-on, requiring you to work with your team, and you should have sound knowledge of health and safety, food safety, GP calculations, and IT literacy. The ability to cook is also necessary.

Caterlink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be obtained for this role.

We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every individual is treated with respect, integrity, and fairness, with opportunities for growth.

Additional Information

Benefits of working with us include:

• Access to a blended learning program with formal qualifications, apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support your development.
• Term-time only work with no weekends, promoting a great work/life balance.
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, holiday discounts, family days out, and more.
• Free Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• Potential eligibility to join our Pension scheme.